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Monthly Newsletter
May - 2023
International Workers' Day, also known as May Day, falls on May 1st and is a public holiday in over 80 countries. It is meant to celebrate the contributions of workers, promote their rights, and commemorate the labor movement.

While May Day is also a holiday to mark the arrival of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, it became associated with trade union activities in the late 19th century.

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In This Issue:

  • International Workers' Day
  • Student Loan Forgiveness And Your Credit Reports
  • Different Ways To Deal With Senior Debt
  • What Is A Housing Counseling Session
  • Clients Speak Out (Reviews)
  • Agency News & Events
RECENT BLOG POSTS - 
Many students take up loans to finance their education; sometimes, these student loans are forgiven. Nevertheless, what is their implication on your credit report? Many forms of student loan forgiveness programs, such as PSLF, Teacher loan... Read more here!
Senior debt is debt that elderly individuals accumulate as they age, such as medical bills, credit card debt, mortgage payments, and other costs that may become overwhelming with limited income or unexpected expenses. Senior debt refers to any amount... Read more here!
One of the major decisions to make in your life is the choice of housing. Should you rent or buy? This is a long-term commitment, and it comes with lots of responsibilities. You must avoid making costly mistakes on... Read more here!
CLIENTS SPEAK OUT - 
"Very easy to set up and then know for sure I was making progress. The length of time was helpful too because it allowed me to adjust my spending long-term. In fact, I was laid off about 1.5 years before I was set to complete the program, but I was able to maintain payments because I had figured out better budgeting. I appreciated there was minimal "marketing email" trying to push additional services. The monthly newsletter gave me just enough resources and tips." ~ Samantha G.
"Working with your agency, it was the best thing I ever did with regard to getting my finances under control. I appreciate all of your help so much. I don’t think I could’ve done it without you. Thank you!”  ~ Laura D.
"AdvantageCCS has been very easy to work with and has been a huge help in me getting back on track towards financial freedom. I wish more people knew about programs like this. Thank you all so much!" ~ Patrice A.
AGENCY NEWS & EVENTS - 
Pittsburgh Financial Empowerment Center’s Financial Trivia Night:

On Monday, April 24th, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, the Pittsburgh Financial Empowerment Center hosted a fantastic and super fun Financial Trivia Night event! They had prizes for the winners, and everyone had a great time. The contestants went head-to-head with FEC counselors for a chance to win a prize. 

The event was presented by DJ Thomas P. Walter, and it was held at 5801 Video Lounge in Shadyside. Because of the positive feedback from the first trivia night, The Pittsburgh FEC is looking to host more fun Financial Trivia Nights in the future. Be sure to follow them on social media for updates about future events! 




Free financial help is available for anyone in the Pittsburgh area through the Pittsburgh Financial Empowerment Center. A certified financial counselor can help you understand your current financial situation and let you know what your options are. 

The FEC helps clients take control of their debt, deal with debt collectors, improve their credit, create a realistic budget, find ways to save money, connect to safe and affordable financial products, and more. AdvantageCCS is proud to be a partner with the FEC and team up to help anyone in the Pittsburgh area with financial services.
Disclaimer: The information provided is for informational purposes only. The materials are general in nature, and are not offered as advice or guarantee, and should not be relied upon without advice from an attorney or a financial advisor. Reading the information does not constitute a legal contract, consulting, or any other relationship with Advantage Credit Counseling Service.